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Announcement of Winners

The Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Secretariat (SEAMEO Secretariat) would like to express its appreciation to all those who participated and sent entries to the SEAMEO Songwriting Competition.

Doctor of MedicinePhilippinesProfessor, AMA International University, Kingdom of Bahrain

"As a doctor and an educator at the same time, I have been exposed to a lot of things concerning education and the problems that accompany it. By writing this song, it shows my dedication to my chosen profession and to my calling. Hence, I want everybody to know how important it is to value good education no matter how difficult or how low your status in life is, because everybody deserves a good future."

"Upon learning about the competition, information about SEAMEO was printed from its website. Information from these documents were carefully read and analyzed by the lyricist. After much thought and study, the lyrics were completed. It was sought to it that the words of the song reflect the vision and mission of the organization. The making of the melody followed immediately after the lyrics were finished. The arrangement then was conceptualized to create a grand effect whenever the song will be sung."

The SEAMEO Secretariat is pleased to announce that we have received 71 entries from 62 candidates from Southeast Asian countries.

The following 26 songs were selected by the Pre-screening Meeting Committee on 5 October 2010.

Name of Song

Length of the Song

Candidates and Brief Description on the Production of the Song and Lyrics

Building the Future (the SEAMEO legacy)

3:50

Mr. Rey Christian J Cabreros, Philippines

As a doctor and an educator at the same time, I have been exposed to a lot of things concerning education and the problems that accompanies with it. By writing this song, it shows my dedication to my chosen profession and to my calling. Hence, I want everybody to know how important it is to value good education no matter how difficult or how low your status in life is, because everybody deserves a good future.

SEAMEO Hymn

3:56

Mr. Arcadio Jeffrey S Perida, Philippines

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The SEAMEO Spirit

3:05

Ms. Puteri Zatur Rawihah bte Asordin, Malaysia

The SEAMEO Spirit is a song that sings the aspirations of SEAMEO, and the co-operation and togetherness of SEAMEO members. The sitar with its resounding vibration is used in the composition as a symbol of SEAMEO's echoing loud voice. Meanwhile the profound beat of the tabla as the percussion reflects determination and decisiveness. The sitar and tabla, both traditional musical instruments, symbolize culture preservation. Whereas the 16 beat contemporary style accompaniment from the keyboard speaks of the success of science - innovation and creation. Put together - the sitar, the tabla, and the accompaniment from the keyboard, they compliment one another to produce that special hymn for SEAMEO -- the voice of SEAMEO.

SEAMEO ... We shall fulfill our Mission

2:18

Ms. Mary Arlene A Bongosia, Philippines

The Hymn of SEAMEO is composed with a march tempo. It reflects the vision, mission, and goals of the organization. It signifies the conviction of the organization to fulfill its' mission. It is created to make the SEAMEO members feel they have to do their mission with zeal and commitment.

In Solidarity

2:54

Mr. Shobert C Hallig, Philippines

In Solidarity is a mellow-inspired song that focuses on the teamwork of SEAMEO members and affiliates. The tune is intended to augment calmness yet catchy in the heart of every listener. It is easy to sing with followed by a blend of emotion, the song will absolute inspire SEAMEO

Illuminate Southeast Asia

3:52

Mr. Gerardo M de Leon, Philippines

The lyrics is about synergy -- getting best results when working together -- in order to uplife Southeast Asia through education. Rhythm used is "Chinese Disco" at speed of approx 120 bpm.

The texts of this anthem speak about the spirit of SEAMEO as a profit organization in Southeast Asia, which functions to strengthen the regional understanding, to enhance benefit collaboration, and to sustain human development among its members. While its refrain talks about the other function of SEAMEO that is to unite its members in posing the regional challenges in order to be able to grasp the brighter future.

To reflect the burning spirit of SEAMEO, the melody moves gayly both through stepwise and leap intervals. Tempo is approximately between 110-120 per beat. The leggier style of singing will be most appropriate one to perform this song.

One Vision in Unity

2:02

Mr. Mah Koh Heng and Ms. Susie Khor Siew Lee, Malaysia

The title of the SEAMEO Anthem "One Vision In Unity" is conceived following the aim of The SEAMEO Songwriting Competition to choose a hymn that correctly portrays and symbolizes SEAMEO's vision and spirit of unity among the Southeast Asian nations in the promotion of regional understanding and cooperation in education, science and culture.

The lyrics of the hymn (anthem) begins by proclaiming the role and goals of SEAMEO in the spirit of unity, partnership and cooperation among member countries of the region followed by the collective pledge of the members' aspirations to bring about a better quality of life through 'One Vision in Unity'.

The arrangement of the music is orchestrated and written in a stately tempo of 80 beats per minute climaxing towards the last stanza reiterating SEAMEO's vision and mission to achieve a better quality of life. The hymn is recorded in C Major and the melody ranges an octave and a major third apart which is suitable for corporate singing.

The Spirit of Unity

2:18

Mr. Edward Laurence L Opena, Philippines

The song was patterned after the vision of the SEAMEO: teaching, building, and loving. The songwriter is a teacher itself, and the artists are students. The main focus of the song is the unity of the Southeast Asian nations - regardless of the distances, races and beliefs - in creating a better world.

SEAMEO We Can Make It

3:17

Mr Jeric S San Jose, Philippines

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SEAMEO Anthem (We Are One in Dreams)

2:25

Mr Kefas Satriya Permana, Indonesia

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SEAMEO Hymn

2:34

Mr Yudhi Bravianto SE, Indonesia

About the missions of SEAMEO, The spirit in heart, and The Unity of Mind Of the South East Asian Nation.

For A Better Future

3:37

Mr Awang Mohammad Abdoh bin Haji Awang Damit, Brunei Darussalam

Theme song for SEAMEO's strategic directions and functions.

The Golden Land

3:03

Mr Palawat Dhammamitr, Thailand

This song is inspired by the prosperity of Southeast Asia in the past which was known as the Golden Land or Suvarnabhumi. It also talks about the vital role of SEAMEO in promoting peace and understanding among the people of Southeast Asia through education in cultures and science in order to achieve the highest dream which is the culture of peace. It portrays the beauty of Southeast Asia by using some traditional instruments, but also shows the integration of Southeast Asia in the modern world by combining orchestral pieces, which in a way symbolizes the harmony of the region

Cheers to SEAMEO

3:27

Mr Benito M Escasa and Ms Alma D Escasa, Philippines

The songs talks about the mission and aspiration of the organizations.

SEAMEO

4:00

Mr Pocholo Suavillo, Philippines

The writer was inspired to write the lyrics of the song from SEAMEO's goals, mission and vision.

Vision for the Lands

2:10

Ms Jerrebel B Medianero, Philippines

The title "vision for the Lands" means that a group of educators from different countries in Asia joint forces to improve in educating the least and unreached individuals. One vision of the SEAMEO members is to give better service. This song relates unity having one vision and one goal.

In Unity, We stand together

3:57

Mr Danny D Estioco, Philippines

Upon learning about the competition, information about SEAMEO were printed from its website. Information from these documents were carefully read and analyzed by the lyricist. After much thought and study, the lyrics was completed. It was sought to it that the words of the song reflect the vision and mission of the organization. The making of the melody followed immediately after the lyrics was finished. The arrangement then was conceptualized to create a grand effect whenever the song will be sung

Together

3:50

Mr Regnard Kreisler C Raquedan, Philippines

The writer was inspired by the mission of the SEAMEO and the song is about unity.

A Better of Life, South East Asian Nation

2:17

Ms Annisa Rahajeng Mahardhika, Indonesia

This song is hammered at relationship between South East Asian Countries. Which is SEAMEO as an organization, as a facilitator, help countries to collaborate in such a way that they could devoting to South East Asian Nation. Tempo of this song is made as an allegro (fast) with cheerful tone to reflect spirit and enthusiasm of SEAMEO on unite all South East Asian Countries and strike for these countries better of life

SEAMEO Anthem (SEAMEO, Bridging Nations through Education)

2:20

Mr Tyrone Jester P Mateos and Ms Rivah-Anne N Singson, Philippines

In the verses of this anthem, the words illustrate the vision, mission, goals and strengths of SEAMEO, while the chorus gives emphasis to its areas of priority.

SEAMEO

2:06

Ms Jittinant Klinnumhom, Thailand

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One Voice Across These Lands

4:00

Mr Roleto E Mangonon, Philippines

The song is about having one common voice among the eleven member countries. Although we have different cultures and traditions, we belong to one common race and are striving with one mission and vision in mind and that is, to make our world a much better place.

On 26 October 2010, the SEAMEO Song Selection Committee Meeting selected the following 4 songs as the final selected songs. The winning song was decided by the SEAMEO High Official Meeting on 22 -- 25 November 2010.